North's Annual Club Fair

On September 16^th, 2025, Valley Stream North High School held its annual Club Fair, an event that gives students, especially the seventh graders, the opportunity to discover a variety of clubs and extracurricular activities the school has to offer. A wide variety of clubs attended, with poster boards and flyers in hand to gather participation for the new school year. Members from each club were present to answer questions and share their club’s goals. There were around 200 students in attendance, with many signing up to try new activities and get involved in school life. There was an energetic atmosphere with students moving from table to table, curious about extracurriculars and excited to make the school community a welcoming space. 

North High School prides itself on its diverse activities, as the school offers something for every student. For those interested in making decisions for the school as student leaders, there are options like grade and student councils. Creative students can express themselves through Art Club, Spartan Update, Polaris, and North Star. Those seeking community will find a welcoming space in Culture Society, Black Student Union, The Alliance, and the recently founded, Muslim Student Association. Students who are enthusiastic about service and giving back have options such as Students Taking on Problems (S.T.O.P.) Club, Students Against Destructive Decisions (S.A.D.D) Club, Key Club, Ecology Club, National Honor Society, and a multitude of subject honor societies dedicated to making a positive impact on the community. 

Many clubs called the Club Fair a success. For example, the North Star student news and literary magazine welcomed new writers to contribute articles and share their student voices. Students can share their opinions through editorials, write about school news, give movie and book reviews, and much more. The Muslim Student Association recruited members to participate in events and activities such as Charity Week, where they raise money to build shelters and provide Islamic relief to impoverished countries, henna workshops, and the annual Eid al-Fitr celebration at the end of Ramadan. The S.A.D.D. Club has new participants for Anti-Bullying Week, Traffic Safety Week, P.S. I Love You Day, and muffin sales for the school faculty. The S.T.O.P. Club gathered volunteers to participate in school volunteer activities, such as the plant sale, bake sales, Ronald McDonald House, and Bethany House. 

This event continues to have a lasting impact on students. “The Club Fair is successful every year and should continue as an annual event,” said 12th grader Mariam Balde. “My first year at this school, I was not aware of the clubs and activities I could participate in, but at the Club Fair, I learned about the S.T.O.P. Club and its goals as a service organization. This is now my fifth year as a member, and I have participated in many activities such as cooking breakfast at Ronald McDonald House, serving breakfast at Bethany House, Adopt-a-Family, and making cards for veterans and the elderly!” The annual Club Fair not only introduces students to the wide variety of extracurricular opportunities at North High School but also fosters school spirit.It’s never too late to join a club!